Nicolas Aspert

@clockworkpanda.xyz

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PhD, programming computers at EPFL. Playing viola, running, skiing when away from keyboard.

screenshot of "Autobahn", game for Apple II (80s)
chat assis sur un clavier de laptop
The use of Winnie the Pooh as a symbol for President Xi Jinping by some Chinese internet users is likely rooted in several factors: 1. **Satirical Representation**: The character may be used to mock or satirize certain aspects of Xi Jinping's leadership, leveraging Winnie the Pooh's gentle and endearing image to contrast with political realities. 2. **Coded Communication**: Given China's strict online censorship, using a seemingly innocuous character allows users to subtly express dissent without direct confrontation. 3. **Internet Memes and Humor**: Like in other cultures, memes and humor are used globally to discuss politics. Winnie the Pooh may symbolize specific policies or aspects of Xi Jinping's administration in a relatable way. 4. **Evasion of Censorship**: By employing a popular culture reference, users can convey messages under the radar of censorship, using a character that doesn't raise immediate red flags. 5. **Niche Trend**: This usage might not be widespread but rather a trend within specific online communities, with varying intentions from humor to political critique. In essence, Winnie the Pooh serves as a meme and symbol allowing Chinese netizens to engage in political discourse through coded and humorous expressions, navigating the constraints of their online environment.
The Tiananmen Square protests of 1989 were a series of demonstrations centered in Beijing's Tiananmen Square, primarily led by students and intellectuals advocating for democratic reforms and an end to corruption within the Chinese government. The movement began after the death of Hu Yaobang, a reformist leader, in April 1989, sparking calls for political change. Initially, the protests were peaceful, with thousands gathering in Tiananmen Square to voice their demands for greater political freedom and transparency. Over time, tensions escalated between the demonstrators and authorities, leading to confrontations that culminated in a violent crackdown on June 3-4, 1989. The Chinese government ordered military forces to clear the square, resulting in significant loss of life and injury among the protesters. The exact number of casualties remains unknown due to censorship imposed by the government following the event. In the aftermath, the Chinese authorities implemented strict censorship regarding the Tiananmen Square protests, limiting public discussion and access to information within China. Internationally, however, the events gained widespread attention and became a symbol of the struggle for democracy and human rights. The Tiananmen Square protests marked a pivotal moment in modern Chinese history, highlighting the government's approach to dissent and underscoring ongoing challenges related to governance and human rights in the country.
Deepseek-32B answer about the great famine in China
chat
Carte de France dite "Cassini" datant de 1815. Extrait autour de la ville de Pontarlier
Un garde chasse abat par erreur 2 lynx dans les Grisons. Un garde-chasse grison a abattu par erreur 3 lynx alors qu'il chassait des loups.
Apple IIc computer with monitor
Concert stage with Wardruna playing
chat tigré
View of a glacier and snowy mountains in the background
screenshot of xitter "AlphaSagan account suspended"
iTerm2 version 3.5 release notes mentioning ChatGPT integration
Vordere Galmihorn
sunset on the Leman lake, with a cover of fog
plaque de bronze avec un texte islandais et sa traduction en anglais. Le texte dit "Ok est le premier glacier islandais à perdre son statut de glacier. Dans les 200 prochaines années, tous nos glaciers risquent de subir le même sort. Ce monument témoigne que nous sommes conscients de ce qui arrive et de ce qui doit être fait. Seul vous savez si nous l'avons fait. août 2019, 415ppm CO2"
Baptisé MegaBites, ce projet vise à réduire l’empreinte carbone de l’alimentation de l’EPFL de 25% à 33% d’ici deux ans
concert program, mahler 7th symphony
Brahms sextet op 36, viola 2 part of the 3rd movement, Adagio